Newsletter - Summer 2013

Epilepsy And The Elderly

Camp Oz Celebrates 30 Years!

Seizures Don’t Stop Me

Tell Us How You’re Wired

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Camp Oz Celebrates 30 Years!Full Story on Page 7

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A qUArTErlY pUbliCATiOn Of THE EpilEpSY fOUnDATiOn Of MinnESOTA SUMMEr 2013

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2 | Epilepsy Minnesota www.efmn.org

The epilepsy FoundaTion oF MinnesoTa is a nonprofit organization and one of forty-eight affiliates of the National Epilepsy Foundation. Serving Minnesota and Eastern North Dakota, the Foundation works to educate, connect and empower people affected by seizures.

1600 University Avenue West | Suite 300 | St. Paul, MN 55104www.efmn.org | 800.779.0777

Mission The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota leads the fight to stop seizures, find a cure and overcome the challenges of living with epilepsy.

oFFicersPresident Brett BoyumPast President Ann JonesVice President Tim GallagherSecretary Kari Rosand Scanlon

Appointed MeMbersJason Engkjer – Legal CounselTabitha Fields Marcus FischerBrandon Megal Deb MeyerMike MurrayWendy OsterbergDavid QuealyJoy Rohwer Jim SilburnTom SpiczkaJessica Stoltenberg Trudi TryslaChristopher TuroskiRandy Unzicker Bill Walsh

designAted MeMbersTess Sierzant – PAB ChairMark Lenhardt –Central MN RepresentativeJosh Malnourie – Northwestern MN & Eastern ND Representative

proFessional advisory BoardChair | Tess Sierzant, MS, RN, ACNS-BC, CNRN | Saint Joseph’s HospitalAnne Barnwell, MS, CRC | Epilepsy Advocacy & Employment GroupJeannine Conway, PharmD, BCPS | University of MinnesotaArmantina Espinosa, MD | Minneapolis Clinic of NeurologyTimothy Feyma, MD | Gillette Children's Specialty HealthcareMiguel Fiol, MD | University of MinnesotaDouglas Heck, PhD | Duluth Psychological Clinic, IncThomas Henry, MD | University of MinnesotaIlo Leppik, MD | University of Minnesota & MINCEP Epilepsy CareDonna McKenny, PHN, LSN, MEd | Centennial SchoolsKatherine Nickels, MD | Mayo ClinicPatricia Penovich, MD | Minnesota Epilepsy GroupKathleen Rieke, MD | CentraCare Health SystemFrank Ritter, MD | Minnesota Epilepsy GroupJoanne Rogin, MD | Midwest Center for Seizure Disorders Elson So, MD | Division of Epilepsy, Mayo ClinicTeresa Tran, MD | Park Nicollet

The foundation launched its first-ever public awareness campaign in June - you may have heard spots on the radio, seen ads in papers across Minnesota and north Dakota and more. We’re growing new partnerships, reaching more people and you can help extend our epilepsy awareness efforts:

• SHARE–tellushowyou’rewiredandshareinyoursocialmediaspaces, bring our Seizure Smart Schools program into your child’s classroom or request our free Seizure recognition & response Training.

• EVENTS–StrollwithusonAugust8;teamsarestillforming.Golfwithuson October 7 or attend our go-pher Epilepsy Awareness game on October 26.

• GETINVOLVED–ourconnectgroupsbringpeopletogetherwhofacesimilar issues, volunteer opportunities are available year-round and our Creative Arts program is a great way to express yourself.

in this newsletter, you’ll read about the 30th anniversary of Camp Oz, our awareness campaign, seniors & epilepsy and more. Your feedback is always welcome:[email protected].

VickiKopplinExecutive Director

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Clinicians Corner Epilepsy and the ElderlyBy Professional Advisory Board Member Ilo Leppik, M.D.

Seizures are more likely to start after age 65 than at any

other time in life. because the number of persons in this

age group is increasing rapidly, there will be an increase in

the number of persons with seizures in the coming years.

Seizures can happen for two main reasons. One is that there

is something in the brain that triggers seizures. The other is

that some other cause outside of the brain sets off a seizure.

That is why it is important to get a person who has not been

diagnosed as having epilepsy to an emergency facility after a

seizure. There it can be determined if the seizure was caused

by something like heart trouble, low blood sugar, an infection

or other conditions. A seizure caused by low oxygen to the

brain from a heart problem or other condition not directly

affecting the brain is not considered to be epilepsy. The

condition that caused the seizure needs to be treated but

antiepileptic drugs are not needed.

Many seizures in the elderly are associated with a problem

in the brain. Usually epilepsy is defined as two or more

seizures. A common cause of seizures is a previous stroke.

Overall,from30%to40%ofallseizurecasesintheelderly

are in persons who have had a stroke. The eventual risk of

experiencing seizures after suffering a stroke may be as

high as 20%. brain tumors, head injury, and Alzheimer’s

disease are other conditions of the central nervous system

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that predisposes to seizure activity in the elderly. Epilepsy

is usually diagnosed and treated after two seizures have

happened. but a committee of the international league

Against Epilepsy (ilAE) has proposed that epilepsy be

defined as a condition of the central nervous system that

predisposes one to have seizures. This means that a person

who has had a single seizure but is found to have a definite

neurological condition may begin treatment to prevent more

seizures. because most seizures in the elderly are caused

by a focal area of damage to the brain, the most common

seizure types are localization related. Complex partial seizures

are the most common seizure type, accounting for nearly

40%ofallseizuresintheelderlypopulation.Bothsimpleand

complex seizures may spread and develop into generalized

tonic-clonic seizures.

problems faced by the elderly suffering from epilepsy are

different and more complex than those faced by younger

adults also suffering from the same disorder. Unlike younger

persons who only have epilepsy, many older persons have

other medical issues. These often involve taking other

medications, which can interfere with the drugs used for

epilepsy. The liver processes many drugs and the doses

needed may change. One example is lipitor. its processing

can be speeded up a lot by some epilepsy drugs, making it

less effective. Coumadin is especially troublesome because

the dose needed to get good control over clotting can

change with the addition of an anti-seizure medication.

Another problem that arises is when a person with epilepsy

develops another medical condition that needs medical

treatment. This article is too short to list all of the medication

interactions, but in general, older persons with medical

problems may be better off using anti-seizure medications

that are not processed by the liver but are eliminated

through the kidneys. Even with these, however, one needs

to measure how the kidneys work because they may slow

down in older persons. An older person with epilepsy needs

to be sure to explain to their doctor about all of the medicines

that are taking and ask if there are any problems with them.

Today, there are many computer databases that a physician

and pharmacist can use to look for problem combinations.

in addition to prescription drugs, there are a number of

“natural” products that can interfere with medicines. St.

John’s Wort is especially troublesome because it can affect

the elimination of many drugs making them much less

effective. Some “natural” products used to improve memory,

increase energy, or help erectile dysfunction may actually

cause seizures. That is why a person with epilepsy needs to

avoid these substances.

Developing epilepsy late in life can be very troubling. it is

important therefore that one learns a lot about this disorder

and how to best deal with it. The good news is that epilepsy

that develops later in life is often easier to control with lower

doses of anti-seizure medications. However, to have the best

outcome, one should go to a doctor who has experience

dealing with this and also work with support organizations

such as the Epilepsy foundation of Minnesota and national

epilepsy groups.

Epilepsy and the Elderly(Continued from page 3)


EFMN in ActionProudly serving people across MN and ND

Camp oz reunion

Camp Oz alumni met up at EfMn’s office for an open house to see old friends, share camp memories and help celebrate the 30th anniversary.

gopher Football spring game

Over80peoplejoinedEFMN,sittinginaspecial section set aside by the U of Mn to watch the gopher’s Spring game. go gophers!

st. Cloud rox game

Several families gathered in St. Cloud to cheer on the St. Cloud rox!


EFMN in ActionCommunity Events and Education

Artists Featured At state Capitol

Several Creative Arts participants displayed their work at the “faces of Disability Exhibit” at the State Capitol April 22-26, in partnership with the Minnesota Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities.

shining stars Join gopher practice

CoachKillinvitedallShiningStarstoaspring practice for autographs, a pep talk and football players mingled with all attendees.


CampOzcelebrated30yearsand108campersenjoyeda

week of swimming, arts and crafts, sports and songs by the

campfire. These photos show the many faces at Camp Oz.

The foundation would like to thank all the volunteers,

medical staff and donors who make this experience possible

for so many deserving youth with epilepsy. Special thanks to

The Wasie foundation for matching the funds raised at our

annual “light Up the night” gala in May.

Camp Oz Celebrates 30 Years

introducing the epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota's 2013/2014 Winning Kid, Alex Fischer!

Alex is 13 years-old and lives with his parents and two younger brothers in plymouth, Mn.

Alex was first diagnosed with absence seizures when he was eight years old, but had

been having them for years. Through hard work with their neurologist and despite some

breakthrough seizures, Alex has found pretty good seizure control and takes about nine

pills a day.

Alex has found great support in his family and friends, which allows him to do the things

he enjoys doing: sports, volunteering at his school and hanging out with friends. He and

his family have been involved with EfMn for several years now: Alex attended Camp Oz,

attends local family events, is a Shining Star and has a Stroll team.


Stroll With Usover 150 teams have already formed to stroll with us

on August 8, 2013 – at five locations!

Checkoutournewvideo,featuringRebeccaKillandlearn

why she Strolls on www.efmn.org/stroll.

Here are some ideas to energize your team and maximize

fun/awareness:

• never underestimate the power of Facebook.

Thanks to social media sites like Twitter and linkedin,

people are more connected than ever before. Share

your team page’s link and ask your friends to help

raise funds for your team!

• Make a fun t-shirt or signs for the stroll. EfMn

loves seeing all the ways teams rally support for their

loved one(s) and wearing creative tees and signs at the

event.

• inspire donors. people will not donate money unless

they believe in the cause. Clearly state your story and

why people should support your Stroll team.

• do it Yourself! Getcreative–hostalemonadestand

in your neighborhood or ask your local pizza

joint to donate a percentage of one night’s proceeds to

your team. people want to help others.

• rally your troops on August 8. You’re done

fundraising, so the fun begins with hundreds of

other people on teams who all have a passion for

epilepsy awareness. bring your neighbors, pets and

anyone who will help bring energy to this awesome

event!

register at efmn.org/stroll!


i was 12 years old and in 6th grade when i had my first

seizure. i was in pE class and was running outside on the

track. My teacher became concerned when i wandered in

a different direction than my class and was not responding

to her. i spent the winter school holiday in the doctor's

office, having my first of many EEg and Mri exams. i was

diagnosed with epilepsy, having complex partial seizures,

and started my first medication.

As a student, i had seizures but didn't let them stop me from

doing activities i was interested in. i wore a bracelet saying i

had epilepsy, with a phone number to call if i had a seizure.

i was on the school’s volleyball and track teams, and was

second chair violin in the orchestra. i went on bike rides with

friends and educated them about what do if i had a seizure.

i took a class in high school that required 20 hours

of community service. i picked the local hospital and

transported patients and supplies all over the hospital. My 20

hours soon became four years of volunteering. As i observed

different departments in the hospital, and being a patient

myself throughout my life, i decided i wanted a career in

healthcare.

Since my first seizure, i have tried 11 different medications,

some with side effects worse than the seizures! My seizures

are visually stimulated, with flashing lights, glitter, holograms

and different patterns. A strange aura feeling always

preceded a seizure. Since i had two to three seizures every

week and many things i couldn't look at without an aura, i

never bothered learning how to drive.

in 2003, i decided to have brain surgery, to decrease or even

stop seizures all together. Mri, WADA, SpECT scans, and

electrodes glued to my head for a week long EEg were all

parts of preparing. This decision opened many doors in my

life, as i was able to graduate from college and be seizure-

free long enough to learn how to drive and get a license.

i was born and raised in Oregon with my family, but was

ready to explore job possibilities anywhere. in December

2005, i packed a trailer and moved almost 2,000 miles

from anyone i knew to rochester, Minnesota. i have met

many great people and have been enjoying my job as a

technologist at Mayo Clinic for over seven years. i've bought

a house and met many true friends. i've even been brave

enough to sky dive and have fallen in love with downhill

skiing.

i still have an occasional seizure and continue to take

medicine, but the doses are half what they were prior to

surgery. i may have epilepsy, but i don't let seizures tell me

what i can or cannot do. like having brown hair and blue

eyes, seizures are just one small part of who i am.

Seizures Don't Stop MeBy Raizel Weinberg


“i’m Wired to serve the public as an elected official and teach

others about the effects of epilepsy. — Jake

“i’m Wired to be really wiggly.” — nathan

“i’m Wired to support my family and help them achieve their

full potential.” — John

“i’m Wired to be a hero to my daughter, Hannah.” — Chris

Visit www.efmn.org/imwired or use #HoWiMWired to

share your story and help us raise epilepsy awareness.

Tell Us How You're Wired

Wethinkallyouthwithepilepsyarespecial–in

fact we think they are Shining Stars! The Shining

Star program, our largest youth program,

recognizes youth with epilepsy, making them feel

less isolated by connecting them with other youth

with epilepsy.

ThereisnocosttobeaShiningStarandages18

and under are welcome. Join Shining Stars at

www.efmn.org and complete the registration form,

orcall800.779.0777,ext.2310We’llhelp

you shine!

Shining Stars receive:

•Astarmedallion

•Programcertificate

•SpecialinvitationstoEFMNeventsthroughouttheyear

•BESTOFALL–opportunitiestoconnectandmeetotherShiningStarsandtheirfamilies.


Special Eventslight uP the night

Thanks to all who attended our annual “light Up the night”

gala in May. We raised over $220,000 to support the 60,000

people in our community with seizures. grammy-Award

winning artist billy Mclaughlin shared his story and talents,

Epilepsy foundation CEO phil gattone addressed the group

andCoachKillinspired,asusual!

these individuals, families, community organizations and businesses made the "Light Up the night" gala possible:

platinum sponsorsAllina Health

Hubbard broadcasting, inc.

Johnson & Johnson

Medtronic

MinCEp Epilepsy Care | U of M physicians

Minnesota Epilepsy group

Upsher-Smith

gold sponsorsDr. Michael and Janie frost

Tom and Sue Mielenhausen

Savers

• UofMNFootballCoach,JerryKillwillgreet

participants and billy Mclaughlin will perform

• GregThunderofHouston'sKILT-FM(formerlyofKS95in

the Twin Cities) is the emcee

• LexusofMaplewoodwillbegivingawayabrandnew

lexus to the first Ace on the 17th hole

• TPCTwinCitiesinBlainedonateduseofthegolfcourse

a great chance to play an excellent course with four of

your friends

• $250getsagolfer:shirt,hat,boxlunch,golfattheTPC

Twin Cities with a golf cart, a steak and chicken dinner,

free non-alcoholic beverages and access to great silent

and live auctions.

register today at www.efmn.org/golf or contact

Mike Murray for details 612.910.4776

A Charity Golf Tournament Bene�tting Children With Seizures

A Charity Golf Tournament Bene�tting Children With Seizures


Check “bringing hope” off your 2013 to-do listEvery year EfMn educates, connects and empowers thousands of people in Mn & nD. programs offered by the foundation bring hope to individuals and families impacted by epilepsy:

• Hopethattogetherwecanreducestigmasurrounding epilepsy.

• Hopethatbyeducatingourschoolscommunitieswillbe safer.

• Hopethateveryonewithepilepsycanraisetheirhand and not be defined by epilepsy.

As we enter the second half of 2013, take time to think about the difference you have already made, and the impact you can still have. Join the many individuals, corporations and foundations that recognize the need for EfMn in the community by making your gift today.

Make 2013:

• Ayeartobeproudof.

• Ayeartosupportpeopleinyourcommunity.

• Ayearyoucanmakeadifference.

support eFMn by:

• Mailinginthepledgeformbelow.

• Giveonlineatwww.efmn.org/giving.

• Leaveyourlegacybysupportingothersthrough planned giving.

Start the conversation about your impact. Contact [email protected].

enclosed is my tax deductible gift of: ❏ $2,500 ❏ $1,000 ❏ $500 ❏ $250 ❏ $100 ❏ Other Amount $ ________________

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Designate my gift to: ❏ Educate ❏ Connect ❏ Empower

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Make an impact – Leave a Legacy – Learn More About planned giving opportunities

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✂Mailthispledgeformto:EpilepsyFoundationofMinnesota,1600UniversityAve.Ste.300,St.Paul,MN55104


lASt ChAnCe! MiDWeSt SeiZuRe SMARt SuMMeR COnFeRenCe

thursday, July 18 from 9:00AM – 3:30pM radisson Hotel duluth Harborview Free to people with epilepsy; $30 registration for others (includes parking, breakfast/lunch & educational materials)

KeynotespeakerLisaMoss,originallyfromtheDulutharea,will share her personal story and discuss her website, SeizureTracker.com. participants gain access to experts in the field of epilepsy and professionals can earn 5 CEUs.Visitwww.efmn.org for details.

each workshop features a local family's epilepsy

journey and offers two CeUs for professionals.

brainerd/baxter Tuesday,October8,6-8PM Central lakes College: 501 W. College Drive in brainerd

guest speaker: Timothy feyma, MD from gillette Children’s Specialty Health Care neurology.

grand rapids Tuesday,November5,6-8PM grand itasca Hospital: 1601 golf Course road

guest speaker: Douglas Heck, phD from Duluth psychological Clinic, inc.

red Wing Saturday, October 26, 9:30-11 AM SoutheastTechnical:308PioneerRoadinRedWing.

guest speaker: Michael Zaccariello, phD from Mayo Clinic.

thief river Falls Monday,October14,6-8PM northland Community & Technical College: 1 Highway 1 East

guest speaker: bala Davuluri, MD of Sanford Clinic neurology.

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Events Calendar

Amanda pike - Twin Citiesprogram Manager [email protected]

Twin Cities Area

Mary giese - Duluth Outreach [email protected]

rsVp :800.779.0777, ext. 2310 [email protected]

DuluthAdULt ConneCtMeets the 2nd thursday of each monthJuly 11, september 125:30-7 pMEssentia Health - SMDC400East3rdStreetinDuluth

July is the Connections group family picnic at the lincoln park picnic pavilion in Duluth from 5:30-7:30 p.m. (entrance is at 25th Ave W and 3rd Street). Potluckwithsloppyjoes;bringyour own tableware, beverage andsomethingtoshare.RSVPrequired by July 9. September’s meeting will feature a guest speaker in the Minnesota room, first floor.

WoMen ConneCtMeets the 4th Wednesday every other monthJuly 24, september 256-8 pMSt. luke’s Hospital 915 East 1st Street in Duluth

July is the Women’s group family picnic at lincoln park picnic pavilioninDuluthfrom6-8p.m.Entrance is at 25th Ave W and 3rd Street. potluck with sloppy joes;bringyourowntableware& beverage, and something to share!RSVPrequiredbyJuly22. September’s meeting will be in room 337. Take elevators to third floor, across from cafeteria entrance.

YoUng AdULt Meet-UpMill City Museumsaturday, september 1410:00 AM – 12:00 pMMill City Museum704South2ndStreetinMinneapolis

bring your friends and family! frEE for people with epilepsy, $5/additional ticket. RSVPrequiredbySeptember9.Ticketsare limited so reserve yours today!

tWin Cities eAst Metro AdULt ConneCtMeets the 1st thursday of each monthAugust 1, september 56:30-8 pMEfMn Office1600 University Ave. W., Suite 300 in St. paul(16,21,50&84buslines)

Connect with other adults affected by seizures in St. paul, or join us from the comfort of your own home via gOTO Meeting.RSVPencouraged.

tWin Cities West Metro AdULt ConneCtMeets the 2nd thursday of each monthseptember 126:30-8 pMSouthdale library7001 York Avenue South in Edina

Join us in the small conference room to connect with other adults affected by seizures.RSVPencouraged.

tWin Cities pArent ConneCt parent resource and iep Workshopthursday, september 196:30-8:30 pMpACEr Center8161NormandaleBlvd.inMinneapolis

Special guest Jody Manning from pACEr will walk you through the processes of individual Education plans (iEp’s) and Section504Plans.pArEnTS: come early at 5:30 for parent Connect. interact with other parents, talk through what’s worked with your child and learn fromothers.RSVPencouraged.

AdULt ConneCt piCniC thursday, July 116-8:30 pMMinnehaha falls park4801SouthMinnehahaParkDrive in Minneapolis

Connect with other adults affected by seizures at the annual summer adult picnic. Meet at Minnehaha pavilion #1, the shelter next to Sea Salt Eatery. (look fortheredballoons).RSVPrequiredbyJuly 9.

CAdenZAs perForMAnCe Art CoLLeCtion Call for entriesMay 15 – August 1Submit your performance art via video. Details at efmn.org.

epiLogUes Writing CoLLeCtion Call for entriesseptember 1 – november 30Submit your written works. Details at efmn.org.

nikki baker - Twin CitiesSenior program [email protected]


lori braegelmann - St. Cloud Outreach [email protected]

St. Cloud

VickiSnyder-RochesterOutreach [email protected]

Fargo

Amy Haugen - fargoOutreach [email protected]

AdULt ConneCtMeets the 3rd tuesday of each monthJuly 16, August 20 and september 17 6:30-8 pMrochester Area family Y709 1st Avenue Southwest in rochester

Adult Connect is open to all adults living with epilepsy, including parents. Join us for a time of support, conversation and information on living wellwithepilepsy.RSVPencouraged.

brAinstorMs Art reCeption tuesday, July 23 from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Mayo Clinic Health Systems in red Wing - Mayo Cafeteria 701 Hewitt blvd.

Join us at the brainstorms Art reception as we celebrate talented artists and launch the red Wing Seizure Smart Community initiative. refreshments will be served.

RochesterpArent ConneCtMeets the 1st tuesday of each month(no meetings in July and August due to the holiday and the stroll)september 37-9 pMpediatric Therapy partners3060 frontier Way South in fargo

September we’ll discuss back to school concerns: beginning of the school year stress, concerns and tools to help your child start the school year inapositiveway.RSVPencouraged.

AdULt ConneCtMeets the 1st Monday of each month(no meetings in July and August due to the holiday and the stroll)september 26-8 pM Sanford Health South University CampusConference room 1A-3

September we’ll discuss employment and epilepsy. bring your questions or experiences to share with the group (e.g., job skills training, discrimination, disclosing diagnosis to employer, etc). RSVPencouraged.

bACK to sCHooL tnt Fitness FUn dAYsunday, september 152-4 pM TNTKid'sFitnessandGymnastics2800MainAvenueinFargo

Celebrate back-to-school with some physical activity! Join us for an afternoon of giant trampolines, a foam pit, obstacle courses and games. Open to all ages and Shining Stars receive a special item. frEE for people with epilepsy, $5/additional ticket.RSVPrequiredbySeptember11.rsVp :

800.779.0777, ext. 2310 [email protected]

AdULt ConneCtMeets the 1st thursday of each monthAugust 1, september 5 (no July meeting)7-8:30 pMgreat river regional library, first floor meeting room1300 West St. germain Street in St. Cloud

Adult Connect is open to all adults living with epilepsy, including parents. Join us for a time of support, conversation and information on living well with epilepsy. September 5 is Seizure recognition & response Training.RSVPencouraged.

brAinstorMs Art exHibit LoCAtions:

trusight, plymouth, Mn July 1 -August 31

Keith ellison’s Minnesota Congressional office July 1 – July 30

May day Café, Minneapolis, Mn July 1-27

Mayo Clinic exhibit space, red Wing Arts Association, red Wing, Mn July 1-30

Fargo public Library, Fargo, nd July 1- August 30


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Cleaning Your Closets? think of Us!The foundation collects used clothing and home items, with 100% of the proceeds supporting our programs/services. Making your donations exclusively to EfMn is an easy way to support an organization that you care about. please consider us this summer and fall as you’re cleaning closets, as nearly HALF of our budget comes from our used clothing operation!

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Newsletter - Summer 2013